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Distribution of hepatitis B virus genotypes in the general population of Myanmar via nationwide study.
BMC infectious diseases - 29 Jul 2020
Kyaw Yi Yi, Lwin Aye Aye, Aye Khin Saw, Thu Hlaing Myat, Htun Moh Moh, Soe Hnin Ohmar, Aye Kay Thi, Thant Kyaw Zin, Hwang Hyeon Jeong, Cheong JaeHun
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BACKGROUND: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections are a severe health concern worldwide. HBV is a DNA virus with a rapid rate of mutation. Based on heterogeneity of the nucleotide sequence, the HBV strains are divided into nine genotypes, each with a characteristic geographical distribution. Identifying and tracking alterations of HBV genotypes is important in epidemiological and transmission studies, and...
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